The Hombourg waltz, with characteristic sketches of family d
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The Hombourg waltz, with characteristic sketches of family d
The Hombourg waltz, with characteristic sketches of family dancing. Members of the Royal family at an informal dance, the centre couple being Princess Elizabeth, grotesquely stout, and the Prince of Hesse-Homburg, who grasps her dress, unable to reach her waist... (Source: George). Date 1818. The Hombourg waltz, with characteristic sketches of family dancing. Members of the Royal family at an informal dance, the centre couple being Princess Elizabeth, grotesquely stout, and the Prince of Hesse-Homburg, who grasps her dress, unable to reach her waist... (Source: George). Date 1818
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This charming print from 1818, titled 'The Hombourg waltz, with characteristic sketches of family dancing,' offers a humorous and intimate glimpse into the personal lives of the British Royal family during an informal dance event. The image features a lively waltz, with the Prince of Hesse-Homburg and Princess Elizabeth at the center, surrounded by other members of the royal court. Princess Elizabeth, depicted as grotesquely stout, is the focus of the scene as she waltzes with the Prince. The prince, unable to reach her waist due to her ample figure, is comically shown grasping her dress in an attempt to maintain balance and keep up with the dance. The playful and lighthearted nature of the scene is further emphasized by the other dancers in the background, who appear to be enjoying the moment and laughing at the prince's predicament. The print, created by an unknown artist, provides a unique insight into the lives of the royals beyond their formal public appearances. It also highlights the popularity of the waltz, a dance that was considered scandalous and risqué when it was first introduced to British society, but had since become a favorite among the aristocracy. The print's title, 'characteristic sketches of family dancing,' suggests that such informal gatherings were a common occurrence and an important aspect of royal life in the early 19th century.
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